How to Obtain Fingerprint Cards for Firearm Licensing in Florida

To obtain fingerprint cards for firearm licensing in Florida, follow these steps:

1. Visit a Live Scan Provider:You can visit a certified Live Scan provider, such as our services, to have your fingerprints taken digitally. We also offer the option to print your fingerprints onto an FD-258 fingerprint card, a common requirement for firearm licensing. If you're in Miami, our Live Scan fingerprinting services are fast, reliable, and tailored to meet firearm licensing requirements.

2. Enroll Online:You can easily enroll online using our FD-258 Fingerprint Card Printing Service. With this service, your fingerprints will be captured and printed onto a fingerprint card, which will be mailed directly to you. Visit our service selection page to learn more about how we can assist you with your fingerprinting needs, especially for fingerprinting in Miami.

3. Local Law Enforcement:Alternatively, you can visit your local law enforcement agency, such as a sheriff’s office or police department, to request fingerprinting services. Be sure to inform them that the fingerprint card is for firearm licensing.

Once you have your fingerprint card, submit it to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services as part of your firearm license application.

How to Request Fingerprint Cards by Mail from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)

To request fingerprint cards by mail from the FDLE, follow these steps:

1. Prepare Your Request:Write a request letter to the FDLE indicating your need for fingerprint cards. Include the following details:

   • Your full name

   • Mailing address

   • The purpose of the fingerprint card request (e.g., firearm licensing, background check, employment)

   • Contact details for follow-up, if needed

2. Contact the FDLE:Send your request to the FDLE’s Criminal History Services. Use the following contact information:

   • Phone: (850) 410-8161

   • Email: bgc@fdle.state.fl.us

   • Mailing Address:

     
     

     Florida Department of Law Enforcement

     
     

     Attn: Criminal History Services

     
     

     PO Box 1489

     
     

     Tallahassee, FL 32302

3. Receive the Cards by Mail:After the FDLE processes your request, they will mail the fingerprint cards to the address you provided.

4. Complete the Fingerprinting Process:Once you receive the cards, visit a local law enforcement agency or a certified fingerprinting service provider, such as our Live Scan fingerprinting services in Miami, to have your fingerprints applied to the card.

5. Submit the Fingerprint Cards:Submit the completed cards, along with any required forms or fees, to the agency responsible for your firearm license or background check application.

Where to Obtain Fingerprint Cards in Florida

If you need fingerprint cards in Florida, our FD-258 Fingerprint Card Printing Service makes the process simple. Your fingerprints can be captured and printed onto an FD-258 fingerprint card, which will be mailed directly to you. This card is widely accepted by state and federal agencies for firearm licensing, background checks, and other applications.

For residents in Miami, our fingerprinting services in Miami offer a convenient solution for capturing and printing your fingerprints accurately and efficiently. To get started, visit our service selection page and choose the FD-258 Fingerprint Card Printing Service to meet all your Live Scan fingerprinting needs.